Hot Smoke Extrait vs Amber & Patchouli Cologne

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Hot Smoke Extrait bottle Hot Smoke Extrait
Extrait Concentration EDC
U Gender M
2020 Year 2018
££ Price Tier ££
Amber & Patchouli Cologne bottle Amber & Patchouli EDC

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Hot Smoke Extrait
A bold blend of smoky and warm spicy notes, this fragrance exudes confidence without being overwhelming.
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Our Verdict - Amber & Patchouli EDC
A divisive Jo Malone offering that punches above its weight in performance, delivering a sophisticated amber and patchouli blend that some find perfect, while others are less inspired by its simplicity.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Hot Smoke Extrait
Amber & Patchouli EDC

Notes

Only in Hot Smoke
Smoke 77% Incense 23%
Shared Notes
Amber 31% vs 33%

Accords

Hot Smoke Amber & Patchouli
100%
Smoky
70%
Woody
100%
80%
Warm Spicy
49%
Patchouli
68%
Amber
65%
50%
Earthy
45%
40%
Resinous
100%
Woody shared
70%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
80%
49%
68%
65%
Earthy shared
50%
45%
40%

Performance

Hot Smoke Amber & Patchouli
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Hot Smoke

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

The fragrance's smoky and sweet accords make it more fitting for the cooler temperatures of fall and winter, while it can also be a cozy scent in early spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection makes it suitable for casual or date settings, providing a distinctive presence without being overpowering. However, it's less suitable for sports due to its nuanced character.

Amber & Patchouli

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and winter pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its subtle yet persistent nature makes it excellent for office wear, as noted by community reviews. The warmth of amber and patchouli lends itself well to date nights and formal events, though its understated projection might get lost in very loud settings.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, woody, earthy

Key Differences

Adds guaiac wood, drops cedar and incense

Where to buy

Hot Smoke Extrait
Amber & Patchouli EDC
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